Bidspirit auction | Egyptian Carnelian Ring

Egyptian Carnelian Ring - New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC A carved carnelian ring comprising a broad D-section hoop with spur to the rear and lateral panels above, plain bezel. 9 grams, 26mm overall, 15.72mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9) (1”). Fine condition, chipped. Provenance Property of a South West London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; by descent 1986. Literature See Andrews, C. Ancient Egyptian Jewellery, London, 1990 for discussion.